New Diagnosis, Can't Eat, Heavy Pain
Posted: Fri May 11, 2018 2:08 am
Hi All: I am new to this group. I am a 51 year old male. Diagnosed with Crohn's, Diabetes and recurring Acute Pancreatitis. I was diagnosed with C-Diff about a month ago and prescribed Flagyl. At that time, I had bloating, cramps and diarrhea. The symptoms were much milder and cleared up rather quickly.
Last Wednesday, I went to the ER for extreme gut pain and spent four days in the hospital being treated for acute pancreatitis. Treatment consisted of IV fluids, pain management and no intake by mouth.
Since then, I have continued to have very bad abdominal pain. After discharge, I had constant watery stool and was diagnosed for a second time with C-Diff. I was started on another round of Flagyl. Due to ongoing pain, it has been very difficult to eat. I am staying hydrated though. All bowel movements have now stopped. I feel like I am going to die! I am also supposed to return to work on Monday and do not see that as a reality.
1. What is a reasonable time to expect to begin to feel some relief?
2. Should I ask my doctor for another medication?
I just don't know what to do at this point. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks, Eric
Last Wednesday, I went to the ER for extreme gut pain and spent four days in the hospital being treated for acute pancreatitis. Treatment consisted of IV fluids, pain management and no intake by mouth.
Since then, I have continued to have very bad abdominal pain. After discharge, I had constant watery stool and was diagnosed for a second time with C-Diff. I was started on another round of Flagyl. Due to ongoing pain, it has been very difficult to eat. I am staying hydrated though. All bowel movements have now stopped. I feel like I am going to die! I am also supposed to return to work on Monday and do not see that as a reality.
1. What is a reasonable time to expect to begin to feel some relief?
2. Should I ask my doctor for another medication?
I just don't know what to do at this point. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks, Eric